 Love triangle contest
Two women in their 20s who were fighting over a man decided to settle their argument on Sunday with a drinking contest. |
Paradise Hangzhou
Hangzhou, located south of the Yangtze River Delta on China's east coast, has long been considered a paradise in China. It has been praised for its myriad canals and waterways, lush rolling hills, fragrant fields of Longjing tea, spectacular pagodas, temples, pavilions, and most importantly, the West Lake. |
Special supplement: Xixi wetlands offer tourism tranquility
As people from all over the world arrive for the Olympic Games, Hangzhou expects more overseas travelers to visit the "tourist paradise" in east China's Zhejiang province. |
Special Supplement: Hangzhou's golden waterways
Without the variety of waters crossing and surrounding Hangzhou, the city would not be the first-choice tourist attraction that it is in China. |
Special Supplement: Tea time
When you take a stroll through Hangzhou, clusters of teahouses scattered throughout the city are perhaps its most-noticeable characteristic. |
Special Supplement: Hangzhou: The home of TCM
The West Lake in Hangzhou is not only famed for its serenity, but has also been home to noted scholars, artists, and national heroes for centuries. Today, a host of restored former residences stand as shrines of remembrance to the achievements of those celebrated historical figures. Among them is the legendary merchant Hu Xueyan of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), who is widely commemorated for his status as Hangzhou's noted man of medicine. |
Special Supplement: Hangzhou home to mysterious ancient civilization
The Zhejiang Archaeological Institute sparked widespread interest in Liangzhu Culture late last year when they announced the discovery of ruins of an ancient city. |
Special Supplement: Historic legacy lives on in Hangzhou
Hangzhou, one of the seven ancient capitals of China, served as the capital of the Wuyue Kingdom during the Five Dynasties (AD 907-960) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). Today the city still offers a myriad of historic legacies. |
Ancient capital Hangzhou continues its allure
One of China's seven ancient capitals, Hangzhou was the political center of the Wuyue Kingdom (907-978) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). |
Special supplement: Hangzhou's Xiaoshan district becoming expo hub
Xiaoshan, the most economically developed administrative district of Hangzhou, aims to become the expo center of Zhejiang province by boosting its convention and leisure tourism sectors. |
Special Supplement: Drifting on a romantic tour
What does it feel like to have a blind date on a bamboo raft? Such a creative idea is sure to bring fun to people who are looking for a bit of romance. |
Special Supplement: Ancient Longmen town entices visitors
The city of Fuyang in eastern Zhejiang province administered by Hangzhou is noted for its location next to the Fuchun River that flows between two lush mountains. |
Special Supplement: Jiande gateway to gallery of water and mountains
Listed with the first group of national scenic spots ever adopted, the city of Jiande is described as a bright pearl along the golden tourist route from Zhejiang province to neighboring Anhui. |
Special Supplement: Tonglu a treasure trove of natural beauty and history
The Summer Olympics is here, but with the sizzling sun and the humid weather, the happiness index is sure to plummet. If traveling to a tropical place is not an option, there is still a popular alternative - Tonglu County, situated at the Fuchun River in Zhejiang province in southeastern China. |
Special Supplement: Allure of Lin'an includes lush mountains and cool climate
If Hangzhou is Shanghai's backyard, then Lin'an, with its comparatively unspoiled surroundings, is a secret tree house for the metropolis. |
Qiandao Lake water carnival offers respite from the heat
Qiandao - or Thousand Islands - Lake in Chun'an county of Hangzhou is renowned for its blue sky, surrounding lush mountains and crystal-clear water. |
Special Supplement: Enjoy yourself at Thousand Island Lake
Famous for its breathtaking mountains, valleys and crystal clear waters, Hangzhou's Thousand Island (Qiandao in Chinese) Lake is a virtual paradise for every lover of swimming. But what if you are a landlubber or inexperienced swimmer? Don't worry, you can add some excitement to your experience here with fun-filled rafting trips. |
Snapshots of History
Small bridges; flowing water; private households. |
Special supplement: Thousand Island Lake sparkles for tourists
Weary of urban life and dreaming of an escape from the bustling metropolis? Qiandaohu - or Thousand Island - Lake offers a respite with its verdant mountains, crystal-clear waters and variety of islands. |
Thousand Island blessing
It was my second trip back to Qiandao Lake, or Thousand Island Lake, in Chun'an County, about 140 km southwest of Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang Province. Everything was still the same - the lake water remained emerald green and the islands were as splendid as before. |
